Geriatric Care Managers are professional consultants who specialize in helping seniors and their families figure out what is the best plan to meet the aging loved one’s needs. With the assistance of the aging individual and family members, Geriatric Care Managers are able to develop a customized care plan, specifically designed to meet the immediate support and long term needs of the person. “Usually people ...

When a senior gets discharged from the hospital, research shows that at least 1 in 5 patients on Medicare will be back in within a month, and 70 percent are back in 90 days. Most of these readmissions are preventable. Medicare is taking steps now to penalize hospitals that have high readmission rates, and may also discontinue some of the costs for the senior. Many ...

Research indicates that an overall holistic approach to keeping one’s mind, body and spirit healthy is the best way to maintain brain fitness. Engaging in a whole brain and body fitness program can delay the symptoms of dementia. “At Belmont, we offer every level of living and adapt our program to whatever level you are. What whole brain fitness entails is quite a bit of ...

Living out one’s sunset years can be a beautiful time in a person’s life. Remaining active and surrounded by people who care are key ingredients in leading a fulfilling life as one ages. Finding a residential care facility that emphasizes the importance of building nurturing relationships with fellow residents and staff members is an important undertaking for the family of an aging loved one. Committed ...

At the end of life, there is a way to help those that are left behind. Body donation is a last act of altruism – and essential to the practice and progress of medicine. To become a physician, students in medical school must learn and train upon actual donated human bodies. Practicing doctors, too, rely upon donated bodies to hone and advance their skills. Medical ...